Christianisation
Christianisation is the process by which Christian beliefs, institutions, and practices become established within a society. It encompasses conversion of individuals, the creation of churches and clergy, the integration of Christian norms into social and legal life, and the dissemination of Christian education and culture. The term covers a wide range of historical experiences, from voluntary religious change to state-supported expansion, and may involve negotiation, accommodation, or coercive means.
Historically, Christianisation has occurred in diverse environments. In the late antique and medieval periods, it accompanied
Methods and drivers include missionary work by orders and congregations, theological education, and the establishment of
Contemporary analyses emphasize the plurality of Christianisations, noting that much of the world now hosts Christian